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Student Village

Student Village is the second largest of our halls, and is unique in that students live in pods of six residents rather than being spread across blocks of 50 – 60 students.

Each pod shares bathroom and kitchenette facilities, and the close living environment creates tight-knit communities with a strong sense of family.

Residents at Student Village come from all over the world, giving you the chance to meet lots of new people and experience different cultures.

There are 252 fully catered rooms spread across 10 blocks and 42 self-catered rooms. The hall is next to UniRec, our University gym, and the Academy of Performing Arts. Main lecture theatres are only a short walk away.

Hall facilities

Internet - free Wi-Fi available in all rooms

TV rooms

Computer room

Leisure centre

Library

Laundry - coin-operated machines, irons and ironing boards are available

Bike and motorbike sheds

Parking - permits can be purchased for $60 a semester. Casual parking is $2 day.

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Orchard Park

Orchard Park is designed for students who want to live in a flatting situation, have a good balance between meeting new people and having independence, and enjoy the security and support of being on campus.

All rooms at Orchard Park are self-catered, with space for 150 residents. The hall is popular with second, third and fourth-year students, international students, and those studying at postgraduate level. This creates a supportive community of students who are keen to get stuck into their studies and build lasting memories with new friends along the way.

Each cottage has its own living, dining and kitchen areas, and there is a recreation room with a pool table, table tennis table and TV. Orchard Park is close to Waikato Management School and Te Kura Toi Tangata Faculty of Education, while still providing a private and relaxed living environment.

How big are the rooms and what is in them?

The rooms are single study bedrooms with a single bed, mattress, mattress protector, chair, desk, desk light, bookcase, drawers and a wardrobe. All rooms have curtains, are fully carpeted and centrally heated.

What are the payment options for the halls?

When does the payment come out of my bank account?

If you are paying weekly, payments are every Thursday (evening). If you are paying monthly, payments are due on the second of each month. Please note that any money from StudyLink will be paid directly into your bank account, not paid directly to the hall.

Are meals provided?

The meal plan provides three meals a day. Hot vegetarian and meat options are available at lunch and dinner. You can also pack your lunch for the day, and book a late meal. Please note that if you don't have a meal in the dining room you still have to pay.

What happens at hall orientation?

Each hall runs an orientation programme that begins on arrival day. The programme covers workshops run by your Residential Assistant, workshops for all residents run by the Hall Residential Life Manager, and workshops that include all hall residents and other first-year students run by Waikato's Student Services staff.

Can I stay for half a year or is it for a full year only?

If you are starting your studies in A Semester (February/March) you will be required to sign a contract committing you to stay in the hall for a full academic year - that is, until November of that year. If you are starting your studies in B Semester (July) you will be required to stay until November of that year. Preference is given to students enrolling for a full academic year (February - November).

When can I move in?

You will be advised of your arrival date and times in January. If you wish to arrive earlier than the specified date, you would need to contact the Hall office, however, you will be charged for the additional nights.

Do I have to move out during the semester holidays?

When will I find out what room I am in?

Who is an 'RA'?

RA stands for Residential Assistant. They're trained senior students who live and work in the halls. It's their jobs to supervise and support students, give advice and plan fun things for the residents to do.

Each hall has a Residential Life Manager who is assisted by a team of RAs to ensure the smooth running of the hall. The RAs are students too so they know the kinds of issues you’re likely to have and can help you figure them out. Staff are rostered on duty every day, including evenings and weekends.

Who cleans my room?

It is your responsibility to keep your room in a clean and tidy condition. In fully catered halls, the housekeeper will clean and maintain bathrooms, hallways, lounges and common areas, and will vacuum each room on a regular basis.

Can I have people over to stay?

Residents' guests are allowed to stay in the hall at the discretion of the Residential Life Manager for up to four nights in total per academic year. A fee may be charged to the hall resident. Overnight guests must be registered with the Duty RA by 10 pm.

What electrical equipment am I allowed to bring into my room?

Residents may have laptops, TVs, gaming equipment, stereos, alarm clocks, computers, hair straighteners and hair dryers in their rooms. If you bring your own computer we recommend you use a surge protector. Electric blankets are permitted, provided they have a current safety certificate issued by a qualified electrician within the last six months.

Residents are not permitted to use heaters, irons, toasters, grills, microwaves, fridges, cooking appliances, or any other electrical appliance (apart from those listed above) in their rooms.

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